Publications
Introducing Models of Press Ombudsperson/Media Ethics Focal Point in an Individual Ukrainian Media
Publishing date: 10 February 2021
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Ukraine (closed)
What we do: Media freedom and development
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This publication describes possible ways to introduce models of Press Ombudsperson/Media Ethics Focal Point, elaborated by experts engaged by the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Ukraine. The models are based on analysis of international practices of self- and co-regulation and on specifics of
Side Event- Strengthening quality journalism for reconciliation in Cyprus
Publishing date: 19 June 2017
Content type: Brochure
Where we are: OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The three unions- the Cyprus Journalists' Union, Basin-Sen/Press Workers' Union, and the Turkish Cypriot Journalists' Union – participated as panelists at a side event hosted by the Office of the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media during a conference on safety of journalists, in Vienna. The side event, titled “Strengthening quality journalism for reconciliation in Cyprus”, has attracted an audience from over 20 participating States of the OSCE, and gave place to a lively and useful discussion about the need for dialogue and co-operation among journalists of neighbouring communities.
The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina Guidelines for Co-operation Between Police and Media
Publishing date: 16 April 2021
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Media freedom and development
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
During the performance of their professional tasks and in the interest of the public, the police and the media realize cooperation and create responsible, professional and partnership relations and practices based on understanding, trust and proactive approach.
The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina Guidelines for Co-operation Between Media and Police
Publishing date: 16 April 2021
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Media freedom and development
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
During the performance of their professional tasks and in the interest of the public, the police and the media realize cooperation and create responsible, professional and partnership relations and practices based on understanding, trust and proactive approach.
Legal Responses to Online Harassment and Abuse of Journalists: Perspectives from Finland, France and Ireland
Publishing date: 7 March 2019
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media
What we do: Gender equality, Media freedom and development, Media freedom on the internet, Media laws, Media pluralism, Safety of journalists
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This report specifically examines legal remedies for online attacks against journalists. It looks at three case studies, in Finland, France and Ireland, of female journalists who were viciously attacked online for their work and the ensuing attempts to hold the perpetrators accountable. From an
Legal Responses to Online Harassment and Abuse of Journalists: Perspectives from Finland, France and Ireland
Publishing date: 7 March 2019
Collections: #SOFJO Resource Guide
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media
What we do: Gender equality, Media freedom and development, Media freedom on the internet, Media laws, Media pluralism, Safety of journalists
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This report specifically examines legal remedies for online attacks against journalists. It looks at three case studies, in Finland, France and Ireland, of female journalists who were viciously attacked online for their work and the ensuing attempts to hold the perpetrators accountable. From an
Media Outlets in the Languages of National Minorities- Research and Analysis
Publishing date: 15 December 2020
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Media freedom and development, National minority issues
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The report Media Outlets in the Languages of National Minorities- Research and Analysis offers insight into the system of public information in languages of national minorities, presents the outlets and content they provide, ownership modalities, and panoply of issues such media and journalists working in them are facing.
Standing Working Group on the Safety of Journalists 2017-2021 Activity Report
Publishing date: 9 June 2023
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Media freedom and development
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
With an Overview of International Initiatives and Standards on the Safety of Journalists and Other Media Actors
Manual- How to responsibly report on hate speech?
Publishing date: 11 October 2023
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Montenegro
What we do: Media freedom and development
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This publication has been developed by the Technical Working Group on Self-Regulation and supported by the OSCE Mission to Montenegro. In order to help solve the challenge of responsible reporting on hate speech, the Manual offers answers to the questions 1) how to detect hate speech in public space and 2) in what way- which method- to report on hate speech, while respecting the high standards of investigative and professional journalism in the public interest. The publication is available only in Montenegrin.
Safety of Journalists Guidebook (3rd edition)
Publishing date: 10 November 2020
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media
What we do: Media freedom and development, Safety of journalists
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The new edition of the Safety of Journalists Guidebook takes into account events undertaken by international organizations, governments and non-governmental organizations to create a safer environment for members of the media since the second edition of the Guidebook was published in 2014. It is available in English and Russian.